HETMA Approved: SMART Earns Its First HETMA Approved Designations with MX Pro and QX Pro

SMART Technologies has earned its first HETMA Approved designations with the MX Pro and QX Pro interactive displays. Based on peer evaluations from higher education technology professionals, this article explores how each product performed in real campus environments and what that means for instructional, collaboration, and hybrid spaces. Read More

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March 27, 2026

Becoming a Qualified Buyer, and Why It Matters | Business of AV with Joe Way

What if the biggest difference between a wasted vendor meeting and a game-changing partnership has nothing to do with the product, and everything to do with whether the buyer is truly prepared? In today’s market, becoming a qualified buyer is not just a sales label. It is one of the most important ways customers and vendors can create better conversations, better alignment, and better outcomes. Read More

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March 26, 2026

Spotlight on John A. Logan College Carterville, IL | Campus Spotlight

This Campus Spotlight looks at John A. Logan College and the systems, people, and processes behind its classroom and event technology. From AV‑over‑IP classrooms to lecture capture, networking, and support workflows, the team supports a wide range of instructional and campus environments while prioritizing consistency, reliability, and long‑term maintainability. Read More

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March 26, 2026

15: Tipping the Scales | brAVe [skills]

Tech leaders know all too well that system maintenance cannot be overlooked. In this revisitation of our episode called The Great Balancing Act, we explore practical concepts to ensure that we maximize uptime for the most important part of any system: the person operating it. We will attempt to answer questions surrounding concepts of work-life integration, delegation, and prioritization to help us avoid the road that so often leads to burnout. Read More

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March 25, 2026

HETMA Approved: INOGENI Expands Portfolio with Three Additional Solutions

INOGENI has expanded its presence in the HETMA Approved program with three newly approved products: U-BRIDGE 3, CAM230, and TOGGLE ROOMS XT. Tested by higher ed technology professionals in real campus environments, these solutions address practical AV challenges including USB extension, multi camera workflows, and seamless room system or laptop switching. Read More

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March 25, 2026

Audit Your Impact | Troy Story

HETMA hitting 10,000 members is a milestone worth noting, but not the real story. In this Troy Story, the focus shifts from the number to the individual contributions that made it possible, and the responsibility that comes with continued growth. It is a reminder to pause, take stock, and audit the impact you are actually making. Read More

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